Lakeith from Spartanburg, SC

it has a good number of safety police on campus that watch, cover, and help students receive a normal campus lifestyle while on campus.

Clubs and Activities

it has alot of clubs and organizations that help the students, counselors, teachers, and parents of the dependant students.

Great for these types of students

online type, campus type, career chasing, vocational, educational

Bang for the buck

it is a school that has the lowest tuition rate in the state of south carolina while others have higher rates that do not help with other finances or benefits like my scc(spartanburg community college) school.

What to do for fun

it is fun to sit at the campus and get help from other classmates or relatives who may be enrolled at the college with similar or the same course. if an online student their you can have fun getting work done sooner than the campus course may take on coursework/homework.

Food and Dining

it is a school that has school soda and snack/food machines in it all around it. plus it has other food areas of sale for students in the library area where the main english courses are taken.

Dorm Life

it doesn't have any dorms on campus, but instead, all students mostly get to receive financial aid benefits due to not having to pay for living on campus as well as other expenses or fees.

Academic Rigor

it has different academic courses for each degree, certificate, or diploma, which are courses for associate, bachelor, or master's degrees that each student may want to pursue.

Tips for prospective students

i would choose this college as a great start off college to get to the futuristic university or career fields/employment jobs.

In three sentences

it helps students financially and educationally. it has representatives that help with tutoring/studying, enrollments, scholarships/grants, and bus rides to the campus. it is a college that gives the students choices on how they want to handle their class schedules whether it's online or on campus for their education.

Julia from Gaffney, SC

There is usually one officer on the Cherokee County campus during the days classes. I do not know about the evening classes.

Clubs and Activities

I have not attended any of the activities and I do not know if they have any clubs.

Great for these types of students

Great for students that don't want to pay a lot for an education, also for returning students or students that have had trouble with other institutions.

Bang for the buck

You get the education you need for the amount you pay. It is cheap, but have nice classes

What to do for fun

They have many events that occur on the main campus, but not many on the Cherokee County one. Yet, they still have one at the Cherokee County Campus every once in a while and are involved with the other colleges around the Upstate.

Food and Dining

They have mobile dining carts that come by, but they are not reliable. They mostly just have vending machines.

Dorm Life

They do not have dorms that I know of. I am attending the Cherokee County Campus.

Academic Rigor

It has hard classes, but not so hard that they make sure you cannot pass. You still have to study and do your work.

Tips for prospective students

Stay on top of the advisors and make sure you know every little thing you can find out about your major. Talk with your advisor at least once a week to make sure you get into your program.

In three sentences

It has amazing instructors and a great sselection of class. It is not, however, effective in it's way of getting students in the program they want. A two year program now takes about four years to get a degree in because of waiting to get in and then they do not inform the students of what is required in a timely manner, plus they seem to be trying to get the older generation trough first instead of the people coming out of high school.

Sarah from Spartanburg, SC

People with social anxiety, non-traditional students, financial need based students, single parents, students who work full time.

Bang for the buck

In comparison to other schools, and especially the major four year colleges in the area, I would recommend anyone that is planning on attending school to start here first. The cost is well worth what you are getting for it.

What to do for fun

There are a number of clubs and organizations that are present on campus. Any hobby or interest you have could be found in one of these such programs.

Food and Dining

There is not a cafeteria but there is a small canteen in one of the buildings and a coffe shop and snack area in the lobby of the library. I have not personally tried any of the food, so I am unfamiliar with the tastes and reasonability of the prices. Having them here is nice though, if for the convenience alone.

Dorm Life

This is a community college therefore on compus living is not available.

Academic Rigor

Depending on the courses you are taking there is some fluctuation in difficulty. Classes can easily be labeled as rigorous, but instructors are very up front about what to expect from the class, and what is expected from you. If you come to class and do the work that you are expected to do you will succeed.

Tips for prospective students

This is a good school for you to go to if you live locally and especially if you are uncertain of your major. There are various programs of study in place and transfer programs as well that are designed to prepare you for a four you institution. The professors do not hawk over you or hunt you down to remind you of late or missed assignments, so be prepared to motivate yourself. The instructors and staff are very helpful.

In three sentences

A small, personal, local college where the instructors seem to genuinely care about their students succeeding. Tuition costs are reasonable and help is where you need it. There are a number of programs and people made readily available to you in order to help you reach the goal you are striving for.

Anon

06/27/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Campus Police drive around the parking lot's, and I always feel safe when on campus.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs and activities at SCC, and every student will receive e-mail notifications full of opportunity. Keep an eye out! You will have many opportunities to donate blood and participate in March of Dimes, two things to participate in and feel good about. You can become a part of the campus police. There are plenty of get-together's with food.

Great for these types of students

Independent students. Students who want to get a degree and have a technical job, and students who want to take their base credits at a smaller school and then transfer to a larger institution.

Food and Dining

Though there are not many options for food or dining on campus, it is still provided. There is a coffee/bakery located in the Library Learning Resource Building. This past semester (Spring 2012) there was a mobile grill on Mondays and Wednesday's, and Chick-Fil-A was available on Tuesdays and Thursday's. Off campus there is a Subway and a Cracker Barrel nearby.

Dorm Life

Spartanburg Community College does not have dormitories.

Academic Rigor

The professor's are knowledgeable and willing to work one-on-one with students'. Many of the professor's here are personable and really want to see their students' succeed. This is by far my favorite part of attending this college, and it is very important.

Veteran from Spartanburg

01/21/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Bang for the buck

Community colleges are some of the best deals around. Rates are typically much lower than public universities and the same is true for SCC. If you're planning to attend a four year university, they have good articulation agreements (transfer of credits) which will allow you to save a lot of money in the long run by knocking out general education courses before transferring to a more expensive university.

What to do for fun

There are several clubs to join on the campus depending on your career plans or interests.

Food and Dining

They don't have a cafeteria but they do have a little cafe run by students and vending machines with microwaveable products that are convenient if you can't get food off campus between classes.

Dorm Life

There is no on-campus housing.

Academic Rigor

Thus far, the courses aren't too difficult. It does require some time management but that's a good life skill in general.

Tips for prospective students

Register early and be sure all financial aid information is submitted as soon as possible so you don't risk being disenrolled from your courses for non-payment.

In three sentences

It's a good career college/community college to attend. They offer great tutoring services free of charge. Class sizes are small and manageable, allowing for greater interaction with teachers.

Denis from Spartanburg, SC

College is very safe overall. Police are always on duty and ready to help

Clubs and Activities

Library club, book club, after school clubs, etc

Great for these types of students

All types. Everyone is always welcome here.

Bang for the buck

Financial aid helps out a lot. Very reasonable cost to attend this college

What to do for fun

Lots of activities and clubs to be part of at Spartanburg Community college

Food and Dining

Delicious

Tips for prospective students

Come prepared to learn and have fun. Very peaceful and stress free place.

In three sentences

Spartanburg Community college is perfect for students who want to go to college but don't want to go to a big university. Very friendly environment, staff is also very helpful. Very clean facility as well.

Students that want to adjust to college. This is a great school for that. If you want a associates degree it is great for that as well. If you have problems financially its great for that to because the tuition is at a great price

Bang for the buck

The tuition price here is amazing, it is about the best you can get.

What to do for fun

Socialize with other students, the school comes up with events as well.

Food and Dining

The food here is good.

Dorm Life

We do not have dorms.

Academic Rigor

Academics here are great.

Tips for prospective students

What you put in, is what you get out. What all that is saying is if you put in alot of hard work and effort, you will get out positive results

In three sentences

Spartanburg Community College is great. The school has all you need for you to be successful. The teachers work with you one on one if you need it.

April J from Chesnee, SC

There are no clubs, classes or activities specifically geared toward greek life.

Clubs and Activities

I do not belong to any but I know that there are clubs and activities for all types of students.

Great for these types of students

any types of students really. no matter if you are just starting out or returning after many years of being out of school. This school is also great to start out in and build your way up.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

none that I know of

What to do for fun

SCC is always coordinating activities for students.

Food and Dining

There are lots of good food choices on campus.

Dorm Life

No dorms available.

Academic Rigor

This is my freshman year so I can't really say how difficult academics are. I know for me I have had a hard time personally but I think that is because of my many years of being out of school.

Tips for prospective students

I would suggest doing some research on what type of degree you are aiming for. The academic counselors at SCC are great at helping you figure these things out but the decision comes down to how you feel. Also the staff in the financial aide office are all knowledgeable and willing to help.

In three sentences

The staff have all been very supportive and knowledgeable. I returned to college after 13 years of being in the work force and a devoted mother. Everyone at SCC has made the transition so easy.

Is a good school to go to to get your generic classes from to transfer to a 4 year school. Be sure to get to school early for class as parking can be an issue. School uses professors from all different schools in the area.

Bridget from Chesnee, SC

There are a few vending machines, Chic fila on certain days , and a canteen.

Dorm Life

No on campus living.

Academic Rigor

The academics at Spartanburg Community College are great. The professors are usually always willing to help and the TLC is there for additional help.

In three sentences

Spartanburg Community College is a great school to attend especially just to start off your academic venture. They provide great classes both online and on campus. Very nice and helpful people with good attitudes and longlasting connections.

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